1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 274 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1950 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1950 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | 2-Litre | Matador |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
